There’s beauty in imperfection. In a world that often values polished perfection, it’s easy to forget that every creative journey starts somewhere—in a messy, unrefined, half-baked moment. Today, let’s celebrate those raw beginnings and the unpredictable path that leads us to greatness.
Celebrating the Unfinished
Every masterpiece begins as a rough sketch, an idea in flux, a concept that hasn’t yet found its perfect form. Whether you’re coding a new project, sketching your next artwork, or simply writing your thoughts down, remember: there is power in the process. Our “unfinished” moments aren’t failures—they’re essential steps toward becoming who we’re meant to be.
Embracing Your Inner Genius
It’s easy to feel discouraged when your work isn’t “perfect” right out of the gate. But every flaw, every misstep, is a lesson. Instead of shying away from your half-baked beginnings, lean into them. Allow yourself the freedom to experiment, to fail, and then to learn. In embracing these moments, you’re not only accepting your true self but also fueling the continuous journey of self-improvement.
The Art of Growth Through Vulnerability
There’s tremendous strength in vulnerability. Opening up about your struggles and sharing your unfinished projects invites a community of like-minded individuals who understand the beauty of growth. When you’re honest about your journey, you inspire others to take risks, to experiment, and to find comfort in the chaos of creation. Let your vulnerabilities be the stepping stones toward innovation.
From Rough Drafts to Real Breakthroughs
Consider the stories of countless innovators and creators—they all began with ideas that were raw and unpolished. It’s through trial and error that we hone our skills and discover hidden talents. Every line of code, every brushstroke, and every written word is a testament to your evolution as a creator. Embrace these rough drafts; they are the foundation upon which your future masterpieces are built.
Share Your Journey
I invite you to take a moment and reflect on your own creative process. What unfinished projects or half-baked ideas have led you to unexpected successes? Share your experiences in the comments below. Let’s build a community where every stage of our creative journey is celebrated, and every imperfection is seen as a step toward true innovation.
Conclusion: The Journey Is the Destination
Perfection is not the goal—growth is. Each unfinished masterpiece is a reminder that our journeys are full of potential and possibility. Embrace your half-baked genius, learn from every mistake, and know that every rough start paves the way to your future achievements. Your creative journey is unique, and it’s your very imperfections that make it extraordinary.
Take a deep breath, pick up that unfinished project, and keep going. Your masterpiece is waiting to be completed—one imperfect, inspiring step at a time.
Share your own stories of transformation in the comments and join the conversation. Let’s inspire each other to keep creating, learning, and growing—one unfinished masterpiece at a time.
Unlocking Your Inner Potential: A Journey to Inspire Greatness
Introduction:
In the vast tapestry of life, there are moments when we feel the call to transcend our limits, break free from self-doubt, and unlock the full potential within us. We are all born with unique talents, dreams, and aspirations, but it’s often the journey of self-discovery and self-belief that leads us to achieve greatness. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey of inspiration, exploring how you can tap into your inner potential to create a life that truly inspires both you and those around you.
Chapter 1: Embrace Your Uniqueness
Each one of us is a masterpiece, a blend of experiences, talents, and perspectives that make us utterly unique. Instead of trying to fit into predefined molds, embrace your individuality. Understand that your quirks, interests, and experiences are what set you apart and make you special. As Oscar Wilde once said, “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
Chapter 2: Set Bold, Inspiring Goals
Inspiration often starts with a vision, a dream that ignites your soul. Set bold, inspiring goals that resonate with your deepest desires. Whether it’s a career milestone, a personal accomplishment, or a contribution to a cause you’re passionate about, having clear goals will give your life purpose and direction.
Chapter 3: Overcome Self-Doubt
Self-doubt can be a formidable barrier to unlocking your potential. It’s essential to recognize that everyone experiences self-doubt at some point. The key is not to let it paralyze you. When self-doubt creeps in, acknowledge it, challenge it, and replace it with self-affirmation and a growth mindset. Believe in your ability to learn, adapt, and overcome obstacles.
Chapter 4: Cultivate Resilience
Resilience is the secret sauce that enables individuals to bounce back from setbacks and challenges. Life is filled with ups and downs, but it’s how you respond to adversity that defines your journey. Cultivate resilience by maintaining a positive attitude, seeking support when needed, and viewing failures as opportunities to learn and grow.
Chapter 5: Inspire and Be Inspired
Inspiration is a two-way street. As you embark on your journey to unlock your inner potential, remember that you can also inspire others along the way. Share your experiences, your wisdom, and your kindness. Lift others up, and in doing so, you’ll create a ripple effect of inspiration that extends far beyond yourself.
Conclusion:
The journey to unlocking your inner potential is an ongoing process, a path filled with self-discovery, growth, and transformation. Remember that inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places, and your life has the potential to inspire greatness in yourself and others. So, embrace your uniqueness, set bold goals, overcome self-doubt, cultivate resilience, and let your journey be a testament to the incredible heights that human potential can reach. The world is waiting to be inspired by you, and the time to begin your journey is now.
Temper
There once was a little boy who had a very bad temper. His father decided to hand him a bag of nails and said that every time the boy lost his temper, he had to hammer a nail into the fence.
On the first day, the boy hammered 37 nails into that fence.
The boy gradually began to control his temper over the next few weeks, and the number of nails he was hammering into the fence slowly decreased.
He discovered it was easier to control his temper than to hammer those nails into the fence.
Finally, the day came when the boy didn’t lose his temper at all. He told his father the news and the father suggested that the boy should now pull out a nail every day he kept his temper under control.
The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence.
“you have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say things in anger, they leave a scar just like this one. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won’t matter how many times you say I’m sorry, the wound is still there.”
Control your anger, and don’t say things to people in the heat of the moment, that you may later regret. Some things in life, you are unable to take back.
The Secret Ingredient
A girl was watching her mother cooking a dish in the kitchen. On the shelf, there were several containers, neatly labelled, each containing a component like salt, sugar, oil, vinegar or a spice. She opened the lids of the containers in a definite order and added the required amount of each ingredient into the cooking vessel which was heated on a stove. Finally, she opened a container and looked inside for a while and then closed it. Then she served the delicious dish to everyone with great love. The children relished the dishes with a smile. This happened every day.
One day, the mother was too sick to cook. Her daughter agreed to do the cooking. She followed the mother’s recipe. The girl examined the labels of every container while trying to follow the directions of her mother. She found that the last vessel did not carry a label and so ignored it. She placed the cooking vessel on the stove and put on the flame.
When the dish was getting ready, out of curiosity, she opened the unlabeled vessel to find the secret ingredient, which her mother used to open, observe and close like a ritual every day. She was surprised to find in that vessel, a small card on which was written a short verse from the Holy Bible,
Do all your work in love – 1 Corinthians 16: 14.
Now she realized how her mother used to serve their food with love every time after reading the message in the last vessel.
So let us all remember and “Do every small things with great love” and make the world a better place !!
Who is Poor
One day, a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family.
On their return from their trip, the father asked his son, “How was the trip?”
“It was great, Dad.”
“Did you see how poor people live?” the father asked.
“Oh yeah,” said the son.
“So, tell me, what did you learn from the trip?” asked the father.
The son answered, “I saw that we have one dog and they had four. We have a pool that reaches to the middle of our garden, and they have a creek that has no end. We have imported lanterns in our garden, and they have the stars at night. Our patio reaches to the front yard, and they have the whole horizon. We have a small piece of land to live on, and they have fields that go beyond our sight. We have servants who serve us, but they serve others. We buy our food, but they grow theirs. We have walls around our property to protect us; they have friends to protect them.”
The boy’s father was speechless.
Then his son added, “Thanks, Dad, for showing me how poor we are.”
Things Are Not Always as They Seem
Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family. The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion’s guest room. Instead, the angels were given a small space in the cold basement. As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it. When the younger angel asked why, the older angel replied, “Things aren’t always what they seem.”
The next night, the pair came to rest at the house of a very poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife. After sharing what little food they had, the couple let the angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good night’s rest. When the sun came up the next morning, the angels found the farmer and his wife in tears. Their only cow, whose milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field. The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older angel, How could you have let this happen? The first man had everything, yet you helped him,” she accused. “The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die
“Things aren’t always what they seem,” the older angel replied. “When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed there was gold stored in that hole in the wall. Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn’t find it.” “Then last night as we slept in the farmer’s bed, the angel of death came for his wife. I gave him the cow instead. Things aren’t always what they seem.” Sometimes, that is exactly what happens when things don’t turn out the way it seems they should.
Motivational Quotes from Football Stars
Perseverance. Adversity. Triumph. Defeat. This time of year, we see it all left on the field, as Football World Cup is officially upon us.
As a major business, football generates billions of dollars of revenue worldwide. But as in business, major goals in football can only be achieved as part of a motivated team.
Despite their physical prowess, mental toughness, and myopic focus, every player on the field seeks motivation to get themselves ready for game day. From pregame pep talks, to post game speeches, the powerful language of Coaches and team leaders is a transformative tool to lead their cities, towns, and schools to victory.
Here’s a collection of my favorite motivational quotes from legendary football greats [American football :P].
Use these, as I do, to help elevate your own game in both professional and personal in life.
- If what you did YESTERDAY seems big, you haven’t done anything TODAY.–Lou Holtz, Notre Dame
- A CHAMPION is simply someone who did NOT give up when they wanted to.–Tom Landry, Dallas Cowboys
- The man who complains about the way the ball BOUNCES is likely the one who DROPPED it. – Lou Holtz
- Losing doesn’t make me want to quit, it makes me want to FIGHT that much HARDER–Bear Bryant, University of Alabama
- If it doesn’t matter who WINS or loses, then why do they keep SCORE.–Vince Lombardi, Green Bay Packers
- It’s not the SIZE of the dog in the fight, but the size of the FIGHT in the dog. – Archie Griffin, Cincinnati Bengals
- When you’re GOOD at something, you’ll tell everyone. When you’re GREAT at something, they’ll tell you.–Walter Payton, Chicago Bears
- WINNING is not everything–but making the EFFORT to win is–Vince Lombardi
- It’s the name on the FRONT of the jersey that matters most, not the one on the BACK.–Joe Paterno, Penn State
- Your TALENT determines what you can do. Your MOTIVATION determines how much you are willing to do. Your ATTITUDE determines how well you do it.–Lou Holtz
- The harder you WORK, the harder it is to SURRENDER–Marv Levy, Buffalo Bills
- If you want to WIN, do the ordinary things BETTER than anyone else does them day in and day out.–Chuck Noll, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Life is TEN percent what happens to you, and NINETY percent how you respond to it. – Lou Holtz
- You FAIL all of the time. But you aren’t a FAILURE until you start blaming someone else–Bum Phillips, Houston Texans
- If you’re not IN the parade, you WATCH the parade. That’s life.–Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears
- The ONLY discipline that lasts, is SELF discipline–Bum Phillips
- Today I will do what other WON’T, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others CAN’T – Jerry Rice, San Francisco 49ers
- How do you WIN? By getting average players to play good and good players to play great. That’s how you WIN.–Bum Phillips
- Work isn’t WORK unless you would rather be DOING something else,–Don Shula, Miami Dolphins
- The GREATEST mistake is to continue to PRACTICE a mistake–Bobby Bowden, Florida State
- Coaching is not how much you KNOW. It’s how much you can get players to DO. – Bum Phillips
- I don’t expect to WIN enough games to be put on NCAA probation. I just want to WIN enough to warrant an investigation.–Bob Devaney, University of Nebraska
- Today, you’ve got a DECISION to make. You’re gonna get BETTER or you’re gonna get worse, but you’re not gonna stay the same. Which will it BE?–Joe Paterno
- We’ll FIGHT ‘em until hell freezes over, then we’ll FIGHT ‘em on the ice.–Dutch Meyer, TCU
- For EVERY pass I caught in a game, I caught a THOUSAND in practice.–Don Hutson, Green Bay Packers
- Remember, TOMORROW is promised to no ONE.–Walter Payton
- We would ACCOMPLISH many more things if we did not think of them as IMPOSSIBLE.–Vince Lombardi
- It takes 20 YEARS to build a reputation and 5 MINUTES to ruin it.–Peyton Manning, Denver Broncos
- There is NO substitute for WORK.–Vince Lombardi
- Winning isn’t getting ahead of OTHERS. It’s getting ahead of YOURSELF.–Roger Staubach, Dallas Cowboys
- Once you LEARN to quit, it becomes a HABIT.–Vince Lombardi
- In order to WIN the game, you must first not LOSE it.–Chuck Noll
- If you’re not gonna go ALL the way, why go at ALL?–Joe Namath, New York Jets
- It’s not whether you get knocked DOWN, it’s whether you get UP.–Vince Lombardi
Motivation for the Month
Sometimes life’s a struggle, and you need a little encouragement and motivation to get through it. Here are some quotes to get you through those rough days.
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When everything seems like an uphill struggle, just think of the view from the top. -Unknown
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One small crack does not mean that you are broken. It means that you were put to the test and didn’t fall apart. -Linda Pointdexter
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One step at a time, one day at a time, one hour at a time. -Unknown
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It’s not whether you get knocked down. It’s whether you get up. -Vince Lombardi
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You can still make mistakes and be forgiven. -Robert Downey Jr.
Inspirational Quotes from Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan Known for his incredible martial arts skills using in all the popular action movies he’s starred in over the years. He has been an inspiration for all through his movies.
Now let us see his inspirational quotes too
1. “Cinema reflects culture and there is no harm in adapting technology, but not at the cost of losing your originality.”
2. “Do not let circumstances control you. You change your circumstances.”
3. “Now I am older, I understand we have to accept who we are.”
4. “Coffee is a language in itself.”
5. “In the past when I was in Hollywood, I was like a dog. I felt humiliated. My English was not good. People would even ask me ‘Jackie Who?’.”
6. “Don’t try to be like Jackie. There is only one Jackie. Study computers instead.”
7. “I now have two different audiences. There’s the one that has been watching my action films for 20 years, and the American family audience. American jokes, less fighting.”
8. “I will make action movies, I think, for a few more years, another five years.”
9. “We learn martial arts as helping weakness. You never fight for people to get hurt. You’re always helping people.”
10. “A lot of people ask me when I do a stunt, ‘Jackie, are you scared?’ Of course I’m scared. I’m not Superman.”
11. “I’m tired of fighting. I’ve always known that I can’t be an action star all my life.”
12. “Before I do a stunt, I have to make sure it is safe.”
13. “I only want my work to make people happy.”
14. “I feel like I have lived all over the world since I get to go everywhere to film.”
15. “My affection for Taiwan… is witnessed by everyone. My wife is Taiwanese and I am a son-in-law of Taiwan. I am half Taiwanese.”
16. “American stuntmen are smart – they think about safety. When they do a jump in a car, they calculate everything: the speed, the distance… But in Hong Kong, we don’t know how to count. Everything we do is a guess. If you’ve got the guts, you do it. All of my stuntmen have gotten hurt.”
17. “My schedule goes: wake up, running, exercise, downstairs, running shoes off, then to the shower. That’s the Jackie Chan diary.”
18. “Anyone can be a Superman, but nobody can be Jackie Chan.”
19. “For me the greatest source of income is still movies. Nothing – stocks, financial speculation, real estate speculation or businesses – makes more money for me than making movies.”
20. “The ads all call me fearless, but that’s just publicity. Anyone who thinks I’m not scared out of my mind whenever I do one of my stunts is crazier than I am.”
21. “Since the child knew his parents would give in, he tried the same trick again and again.”
22. “I like to change characters and then, slowly I believe the audience treat me as, like an actor who can fight. It’s not like an action star.”
23. “After all those years in Asia, I don’t have to do promotion anymore. We just release a Jackie Chan movie and – Boom! – people go.”
24. “Speaking English is like tongue-twist for me. I can speak each word perfect, but then you have to string them together like, ‘Blah, blah, blah.’ That’s when I get crazy.”
25. “I’m not sure if it’s good to have freedom or not. I’m really confused now.”
26. “I know I have to run 20 more minutes if I eat ice cream. Basically, I eat everything, but I just do more training.”
27. “Most of the time, I’m not even working; I’m just helping people, because I feel that I am too lucky.”
28. “When I got depressed, I watched Bruce Lee movies. I learned everything from Bruce Lee.”
29. “I don’t want to be an action star; action star’s life is so short. I want my life to get longer. I want my career to get longer.”
30. “When I was young I didn’t care about education, just money and box office.”
Celebrate Grandparents Day
Sunday, September 10 is National Grandparents’ Day. And while it’s great to have a day devoted to our grandparents, it’s more important to take care of them year-round. Here are 10 ways you can help your grandparents remain happy and healthy well into their old age.
1. Cook them a meal.
Your grandparents have probably cooked you more meals than you can count. Now, it’s time to return the favor! But instead of making a dish loaded with fat, try something that will boost their brains instead.
2. Call them.
Maintaining social interaction is one of the best ways to ward off dementia. So be sure to call your grandparents regularly! They’ll be thrilled to hear about your life. Plus, you might learn something from all the sage advice they dispense.
3. Teach them how to use technology.
Sure, trying to teach your grandparents how to use a computer might be frustrating. But they’ll be working their brains by learning a new skill, and you’ll help make their lives so much easier! And if you live far away, you’ll save a ton of money if your grandparents learn how to use Skype.
4. Help them create a memory book.
The more you remember, the more you’re able to remember. Help keep your grandparents’ brains sharp by creating a memory book with them. Be sure to include both recent events and events from decades ago so you’re working their long- and short-term memory. Better yet, take them on a trip down memory lane and see what stories come to mind. You’ll learn a ton about your own family history this way.
5. Visit when you can.
Skyping and calling are great, but nothing beats a visit from the grandkids! Make sure you budget in at least one trip each year. Spending quality time with your grandparents will boost their mood and help combat any depression they might be facing.
6. Encourage exercise.
Like social interaction, exercise is another great way to stay healthy even into old age. So encourage your grandparents to keep up with their physical fitness. If you live far away, maybe you can inspire them with your own fitness challenges and by asking about theirs. Live close by? Try stopping by once a week to go out on a walk together.
7. Send them a brain game.
If you want to send your grandparents a present for National Grandparents’ Day, try sending one they’ll enjoy and that will help them.
8. Check out their house.
Your grandparents’ living environment will cue you into any early warning signs they might not be doing so well. So when you do visit, make sure you spend some time at their house! Make sure it’s clean and livable, and watch out for any potential dangers as your grandparents get older – like slippery staircases.
9. Help out your parents.
Your parents are already likely doing the things we mentioned above. While we don’t want you to stress out about your grandparents’ health, your parents will definitely appreciate any extra help – so ask if there’s something specific you can do. And if your grandparents have already passed away, be sure to reach out to your parents on Sunday! They might be having a hard time and need some support.
10. Stay respectful.
Your aging grandparents might be losing some of their mental function. But that’s no reason to treat them like a child! Unless your grandparents are endangering their own safety, let them make their own decisions. You are still the grandchild and thus need to remain respectful of their wishes. Leave the tough battles to your parents, who your grandparents are much more likely to listen to.
I look forward to hear from you how would you celebrate Grandparents Day. Do share a selfie with your grandparents on Sept. 10, 2017 on Twitter or Facebook with #LoveJatao & tag @blogadda to win a goodie from Parachute Advansed.